Veterinary Assistant

Overview

Las Tablas Animal Hospital has an opportunity for a full-time experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Location: 959 Las Tablas Road STE A1 Templeton, California 93465

Shift Details: Weekdays and rotating Saturday shifts. Closed Sundays!

Compensation: $20-25 / hour based on experience

Las Tablas Animal Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to add to our team. We are a growing five doctor practice with a commitment to excellence located in the heart of Templeton. We have an exceptional team of professionals who truly care about each other and practicing the best veterinary care. While the health and well-being of our patients is our priority, so is the health and well-being of our staff. Benefits We Offer:

Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff 401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff Yearly uniform allowance Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff Education discount for staff who desire to become a Licensed Technician (some eligibility requirements)

Job Summary: The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact:

Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP. Assist in all daily duties for clinic care. Participate in any special cleaning duties. Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins. Maintain excellent client communication. Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information. Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients. Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way. Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM. Perform clinic upkeep as directed. Perform equipment maintenance as directed. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 5 or more years. Management experience preferred - 2 or more years. Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills. Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced environment. Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis. The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties proficiently. The employee must also be confident around pets.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time. The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high. The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances. The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment. The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

We put people first and never compromise on our values.

Apply today for immediate consideration!

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.